Louisiana state waters, out to 3 miles
Size63 in lower jaw fork length
BagNo bag limit
SeasonOpen year-roundOpen today
Measured lower jaw fork length; federal HMS permit and 24-hour landing report required.
LDWF 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Louisiana state record
96 lb1953
LOWA Louisiana State Fish Records (Saltwater, Rod & Reel) · checked 2026-08-23
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Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for sailfish in Louisiana?
63 in lower jaw fork length.
How many sailfish can you keep in Louisiana?
No bag limit.
When is sailfish season in Louisiana?
Open year-round.
What is the Louisiana record sailfish?
96 lb (1953).
How current is this Louisiana sailfish rule?
Source: LDWF 2026, last checked Sep 7, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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